Are you interested in a welding career? Get hands-on training at Universal Technical Institute’s welding school near Kyle, TX.1
Welding Training Near Kyle, TX
UTI's welding school in Austin, Texas, is just north of Kyle and can be completed in less than nine months! Instructors build students’ knowledge from the ground up, so all experience levels are welcome to enroll. During the program, you’ll practice four prominent arc welding methods:
Welding Courses Offered
We created our welding courses alongside Lincoln Electric, a leader in welding design manufacturing and technology. This means you’ll learn skills employers often value.
- Introduction to Welding, Safety & Careers.
- Principles of Welding.
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I.
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I.
- Engineering and Fabrication.
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II.
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II.
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding.
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding.
- Pipe Welding.
- Welding Applications I.
- Welding Applications II.
Career Opportunities Near Kyle, TX
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for welders in the United States was $48,940 in May 2023.26 This means half earned more and half earned less. It’s important to note that salary depends on several factors including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
Welders can work in several industries, ranging from manufacturing to construction to aerospace! While opportunities vary by region and experience level, the BLS reported the manufacturing industry as the largest employer of U.S. welders in 2022.
Welding Jobs Near Kyle, TX
UTI’s welding training program prepares students for entry-level roles such as:
- Welder.
- Fabrication welder.
- Welder fitter.
Our grads are prepared to pursue entry-level positions. However, over time, welders may be able to advance in their careers with hard work and experience.77 Examples of advanced positions include:
- Inspector.
- Quality control.
- Certified welding inspector.
- Welding project manager.
Want to learn more about where this career might take you? Read about advanced welding roles by checking out our welding career guide. Remember that job availability differs by city. The roles mentioned may not be open in Kyle, TX, but our Career Services team will help you search for opportunities.
Directions From Kyle, TX, to UTI Austin
UTI’s welding training facility features the same tools and technology used in the field. Schedule a tour to see it for yourself! Getting here from Kyle, TX, is simple.
- Get on Interstate 35 North from Interstate 35 Frontage Road. (2.1 miles)
- Head south on North Burleson Street toward West Center Street. (115 feet)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto West Center Street/West FM 150. (0.3 miles)
- Turn left onto Interstate 35 Frontage Road. (1.3 miles)
- Take the ramp on the left onto Interstate 35 North. (0.4 miles)
- 2.Take TX-45 East to Texas 130 Service Road in Travis County. Take Exit 436 from TX-45 East. (36.3 miles)
- Merge onto Interstate 35 North. (6.8 miles)
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 223A for Texas 45 East. (1.1 miles)
- Continue onto Texas 45 East. (28.2 miles)
- Take Exit 436 toward FM-734/Parmer Lane. (0.2 miles)
- Take East Parmer Lane to our trade school in Austin. (7.3 miles)
- Merge onto Texas 130 Service Road. (0.3 miles)
- Turn left onto East Parmer Lane. (6 miles)
- Turn right onto McCallen Pass. (0.8 miles)
- Turn right, and UTI Austin will be on the right. (469 feet)
Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.
UTI AUSTIN CAMPUS LOCATION
301 W. Howard Lane
Austin, TX 78753
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
Campus Tours
TU&TH | 10am, 2pm, 6pm
W | 10 am & 2 pm
F&SAT | 10am
& 1pm
737-284-3100 | Campus
737-284-3194 | Admissions
844-338-0033 | Financial Aid
909-222-9626 | Housing Assistance
469-442-6928 | Student & Career Services
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Other Programs Offered at UTI Austin
Considering something other than welding school? yellow: UTI Austin also offers automotive, diesel and HVACR technician training.
